--- product_id: 47669808 title: "20MP USB3.0 BSI C-Mount Microscope Camera with Calibration Slide" brand: "amscope" price: "NZ$2566" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 3 category: "Am Scope" url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/47669808-20mp-usb3-0-bsi-c-mount-microscope-camera-with-calibration store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # USB3.0 Connectivity Calibration Slide Included 20MP Resolution 20MP USB3.0 BSI C-Mount Microscope Camera with Calibration Slide **Brand:** amscope **Price:** NZ$2566 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ” Capture the Invisible, Share the Extraordinary! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 20MP USB3.0 BSI C-Mount Microscope Camera with Calibration Slide by amscope - **How much does it cost?** NZ$2566 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/47669808-20mp-usb3-0-bsi-c-mount-microscope-camera-with-calibration) ## Best For - amscope enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted amscope brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Seamless Connectivity:** USB3.0 interface ensures lightning-fast data transfer across multiple platforms. - β€’ **Unleash Unmatched Clarity:** Experience stunning 20MP back-illuminated imaging for unparalleled detail. - β€’ **Elevate Your Research Game:** Perfect for professionals seeking to elevate their microscopy experience. - β€’ **Precision at Your Fingertips:** Calibration slide included for accurate on-screen measurements. - β€’ **Versatile Software Solutions:** Compatible with various software for enhanced functionality and ease of use. ## Overview The AmScope 20MP USB3.0 BSI C-Mount Microscope Camera is designed for professionals who demand high-quality imaging. With its 20MP back-illuminated CMOS sensor, this camera offers superior quantum efficiency and is compatible with multiple software platforms. It also includes a calibration slide for precise measurements, making it an essential tool for researchers and educators alike. ## Description The 20MP MU2003-BIis part of our back-illuminated CMOS camera series. Back-illuminated CMOS sensors provide higher quantum-efficiency by moving the photo-diode layer in front of the electronic components, increasing photon-absorption. This allows a much higher gain with minimal image-noise. Images can be captured with shorter exposure times and faster framerates. The high-resolution sensor captures incredible detail with accurate colors. This camera pairs especially well with stereo microscopes used for quality control. With a large 1-inch sensor, this camera is best-suited for microscopes with a direct C-mount interface. 23mm photo ports require a 1X compensating lens such as our RU100. The included software for Windows, Mac, and Linux provides an imaging solution for photography and videography. The Windows (XP/Vista/7/8/10) version provides an extensive toolset for image-processing and measurements. A lite version of the application is provided for Mac and Linux. Specifications Sensor Specifications Model IMX183 (color) Sensor Type back-illuminated CMOS Sensor Optical Format 1" Active Pixels 19.85M (5440 x 3648) Pixel Size 2.4¡m x 2.4¡m Active Sensor Area 13.06mm x 8.76mm Shutter electronic rolling shutter Sensitivity 462mV @ 1/30s (f/5.6) Spectral Response 380-650nm with IR-cut filter Other Camera Specifications Binning 1x1, 2x2, 3x3 Video Capture Framerate 15fps @ 5440x3648 50fps @ 2736x1824 60fps @ 1824x1216 Photo Capture Resolution 5440x3648 2736x1824 1824x1216 Connectivity USB 3.0 Lens-mount C-mount Compensating Lens 1X (optional) Power 5VDC 9mA over USB Operating Temperature -10-50°C Operating Humidity 30-80% Software OS Requirements Windows (32/64 bit) XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+ Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 4GB RAM Features Windows Version Live video preview Captures still images and video Time-lapse capture Exposure and white-balance controls Dark-field correction Digital binning Image processing Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons Segmentation and counting tools Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR Fluorescence color-mapping Mac/Linux Versions Live video preview Captures still images and video Exposure control Color adjustment Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons Content One camera Once C-mount dust cap One USB 3.0 cable One calibration slide Review: Excellent into UV and NIR. Good Framerate. - IF YOU HAVE A LOW FRAMERATE ITS YOUR EXPOSURE TIME. If you leave autoexposure on it will select 300ms exposure by default, which locks you to a max of 3fps. Excellent camera, and while it’s not rated for it, I’ve gotten long exposures with moderate quality into the NIR and UVB bands. Noisy at 5000% gain, 2000ms exposure, but impressive nonetheless. Also, worth noting, does not report sensor temperature but it does allow for hardware gain, frame cropping, and even the ability to change bit depths up to 16 bits. Also of note is the RAW footage is vertically inverted from the non RAW image. 30 fps up until max resolution, which limits to 15 fps. Review: Good photos, but not worth the money... - I picked up this camera on desertcart for my metallurgical scope. I only purchased it from desertcart/Amscope because of the tariff turmoil. The good: it takes really good photos and has good low-noise dark performance. It 'just works' with the AmScope software when you plug it in. The bad: I'm not sure why, but the framerate (even at lowered resolution) is very slow. You need an insane amount of light to get a reasonable framerate even though the sensor is supposed to be 'sensitive' at 2.4um pixels. This slow framerate makes the image stitching functions useless and makes you a little seasick when panning around. The problem gets even worse if you use a filter, diffuser, etc... I have another camera with an IMX678 sensor and though it has lower resolution (8.3MP) and smaller pixels size (2um), it maintains a much better frame rate and seems to be more practical. At higher magnifications, high pixel count is rather useless because the resolution is dominated by the optics. Last, but not least, these AmScope cameras are heavily marked up. The same cameras/sensors are available from other sources for under $500. Even with the current tariffs/delivery fees rolled in, this camera can be found much cheaper. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B072833HKR | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,189 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #176 in Lab Handheld Digital Microscopes | | Customer Reviews | 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars (3) | | Date First Available | May 9, 2017 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 5 pounds | | Item model number | MU2003-BI-CK | | Manufacturer | United Scope, LLC | | Package Dimensions | 26.77 x 20.08 x 9.06 inches | ## Product Details - **Brand:** AmScope - **Color:** white - **Compatible Devices:** Laptop, Personal Computer, Tablet - **Item Weight:** 5 Pounds - **Light Source Type:** LED - **Magnification Maximum:** 1 x - **Model Name:** MU2003-BI - **Objective Lens Description:** Achromatic - **Real Angle of View:** 30 Degrees - **Voltage:** 462 Volts ## Images ![20MP USB3.0 BSI C-Mount Microscope Camera with Calibration Slide - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613W2pbSpaL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent into UV and NIR. Good Framerate. *by H***I on February 19, 2026* IF YOU HAVE A LOW FRAMERATE ITS YOUR EXPOSURE TIME. If you leave autoexposure on it will select 300ms exposure by default, which locks you to a max of 3fps. Excellent camera, and while it’s not rated for it, I’ve gotten long exposures with moderate quality into the NIR and UVB bands. Noisy at 5000% gain, 2000ms exposure, but impressive nonetheless. Also, worth noting, does not report sensor temperature but it does allow for hardware gain, frame cropping, and even the ability to change bit depths up to 16 bits. Also of note is the RAW footage is vertically inverted from the non RAW image. 30 fps up until max resolution, which limits to 15 fps. ### ⭐⭐ Good photos, but not worth the money... *by F***S on May 23, 2025* I picked up this camera on Amazon for my metallurgical scope. I only purchased it from Amazon/Amscope because of the tariff turmoil. The good: it takes really good photos and has good low-noise dark performance. It 'just works' with the AmScope software when you plug it in. The bad: I'm not sure why, but the framerate (even at lowered resolution) is very slow. You need an insane amount of light to get a reasonable framerate even though the sensor is supposed to be 'sensitive' at 2.4um pixels. This slow framerate makes the image stitching functions useless and makes you a little seasick when panning around. The problem gets even worse if you use a filter, diffuser, etc... I have another camera with an IMX678 sensor and though it has lower resolution (8.3MP) and smaller pixels size (2um), it maintains a much better frame rate and seems to be more practical. At higher magnifications, high pixel count is rather useless because the resolution is dominated by the optics. Last, but not least, these AmScope cameras are heavily marked up. The same cameras/sensors are available from other sources for under $500. Even with the current tariffs/delivery fees rolled in, this camera can be found much cheaper. ### ⭐ One Star *by C***N on November 29, 2017* not very sharp image --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/47669808-20mp-usb3-0-bsi-c-mount-microscope-camera-with-calibration](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/47669808-20mp-usb3-0-bsi-c-mount-microscope-camera-with-calibration) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-05-11*